A Patient Is Brought to the Emergency Department After Ingesting

question 6

Multiple Choice

A patient is brought to the emergency department after ingesting a handful of diphenhydramine [Benadryl] tablets. The patient has dilated pupils,a flushed face,and tremors. The patient is agitated and has a heart rate of 110 beats per minute. The nurse may anticipate administering which agents? (Select all that apply.)

• A) Activated charcoal
• B) Atropine
• C) Cathartics
• D) Lorazepam
• E) Second-generation H₁ antagonists

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